Low Tunnel Clear Perforated Plastic 0.8 mil (6’ x 1000’)

SKU: KB-70040-900

Product Weight 33.00 Pounds

This clear, perforated film is ideal for low tunnels and season extension. It features holes spaced 4.5" apart to provide automatic ventilation and allows planting up to 10 days earlier than without. Great for practically any row crop.

Low Tunnel Clear Perforated Plastic 0.8 mil (6’ x 1000’)

Features:

Designed to be installed over wire hoops spaced approximately 4 feet apart

Protects plants from cold weather and frosts, with frost protection of 2-4 degrees

Biggest benefit is the increased daytime solar heating

3/8" perforations are spaced ever 4.5" apart

Great for season extension and protection from damaging winds

Generally left over plants for 3-4 weeks, protecting them while small and vulnerable

Slits provide more ventilation than perforated films

Perforated films provide highest heat retention

Excellent for tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, melons and many other crops

Allows for planting approximately 10 days earlier than without a cover

This clear, perforated row cover is designed for season extension and plant protection. It is made with clear film that has perforations that are 3/8" in diameter spaced every 4.5" to provide automatic ventilation. This means that no daily removal or ventilation equipment is required to keep plants healthy.

This low tunnel film is designed for use over small, vulnerable crops early in the season and is typically supported by wire hoops. The edges are typically covered by dirt to “seal” the low tunnel to the ground and provide an anchor for the film. Solar warming occurs during the daytime and moderate frost protection is afforded during the night.

Plants are subjected to less wind and environmental hazards and are given a warmer and more protected start to their lives. It is ideal for practically any row crop that could use a safer or warmer start.

Installation Tips:

Space hoops about 4 feet apart to prevent covers from sagging

Apply covers on a calm day

Pull the cover taut and secure the edges with soil

Machines are available for hoop and cover installation

To prevent weed growth under the cover, install the cover right along the edges of the black plastic mulch

Crops that are suited for slitted/perforated row covers:

Vegetables -- Warm season and cool season transplant crops

Small fruits -- Strawberries in matted row culture

Cut flowers

Note: The results from the use of slitted or perforated row covers on various crops will vary, but in general all crops will benefit. The primary precaution is to provide extra ventilation when there are daytime spikes in temperature. Drip irrigation and plastic mulch are recommended as part of the growing system.